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    2012 Honda CBR - Rotella T6 5w-40

    Here are the UOA numbers of Shell Rotella T6 5w-40 for a 2012 Honda CBR1000RR. The oil spent one year in the engine (August, 2016 - August, 2017), and accumulated just over 5000 miles. Driving style was mixed between "normal" and spirited, and included one track day on this fill. Here are the...
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    2012 CBR 1000RR GN4 10w-30

    Here are a set of UOA's from every oil change since the bike was new. Every fill was Honda GN4 10w-30. The oil was sampled for the sake of my own curiosity. None of them are terribly exciting, but maybe worth sharing.
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    5w40 vs 10w30 in CBR

    Last year, I tried Rotella T6 (5w-40) for the first time in my 2012 CBR. The manual calls for 10w-30. However, the 2008-2011 models use 10w-40 with the identical engine as the 2012 and beyond. I felt it was ok to try out the heavier oil. My initial reaction was that gear shifting was incredibly...
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    Ignition Lock Cylinder Chevy Blazer

    It's a 1998 Blazer belonging to a relative. The switch began acting stubborn, and now the key will not turn the ignition switch anymore. Totally stuck. I would like to help them replace it, but it's going to be my first time doing this. Has anyone had experience with Chevy ignition switches...
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    Rusted Exhaust Studs & Other Issues

    I have a 2004 Mazda 6 3.0L with about 140,000 miles. It's a beater, but I want to keep it. There are cases where the exhaust system on this car caused engine failures. So I am considering to remove my exhaust headers and address this problem. More specifically, the catalytic converters are what...
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    2002 Camry Stalling

    Fellas, I need some help troubleshooting: 2002 Toyota Camry, 4cyl, Automatic, USA model. A CEL code popped up the other day for "Bank 1 A/F Sensor." I went ahead and replaced the pre-cat O2 with a new sensor. the battery was re-connected, and I took it for a drive. At first, the car drove...
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    Flex Fuel Engine Differences

    What are the main differences between a regular gasoline engine and one that allows E85? I notice many cars with the green leaf logo these days, but I don't know of any E85 stations in my area. Does it even make any sense to own a flex fuel approved vehicle if you're never going to use E85?
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    Road Debris In Face

    We've all been pelted by stones, bugs, or showered in wiper fluid while riding the motorcycle. All the usual stuff. So what would you say is the absolute gnarliest thing that's ever hit you in the face while out riding your motorcycle? Lets hear it!
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    Exhaust Pipe Sealant

    I'm going to help a friend install a full exhaust system on his 1995 Ninja. He bought a Vance & Hines SS2-R system for the bike. V&H says that no sealant is required between pipes sections, but that a high-temp silicone sealant may be used if desired. What would be the most suitable product to...
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    Sync "PRO" Carburetor Tuner

    This is a product made by MotionPro. It's used to syncronize up to 4 carb intakes. When I recieved mine in the mail yesterday, I noticed that the measurement scale on the sides of the glass tubes does not have any numerical graduations. Just a bunch of blank tick marks! The instructions even say...
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    Throttle Cable Clean & Lube

    What would be a good method for cleaning and lubricating the throttle cables, and the moving parts around the throttle body assembly? The spring-loaded mechanism at the throttle body is a little grimy and needs some care.
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    New cooling hoses on CBR?

    My CBR is 6 years old. A few of the radiator hoses started leaking around their hose clamps last summer, but they stopped after I tightened the clamps down slightly. It's possible that a couple of them still dribble a bit. Yesterday I started to take the bike apart in preparation for a valve...
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    Honda Type 2 vs Honda Pro HP

    Besides the fact that Type 2 is dyed blue, and HP is dyed green, are there any differences between these two types of Honda brand antifreeze coolant? I'd like to know if using the Honda Type 2 automobile coolant is acceptable for use in a Honda CBR motorcycle.
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    Should I Continue Using LCD Products?

    Been away from the forum for a long time, so I'm not up to speed with the goings on here. Are people around here still into the the LCD product line like they used to be (i.e. FP Plus, LC20)? I've been approaching the end of my supply, and trying to determine if it's worth replenishing. My...
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    2001 ZX6-R Starting Issues

    Need some help troubleshooting why the bike will not start, and why it runs so poorly when it does. When it does run, it will shut down whenever the RPMs go above 4000, or when heavy throttle is applied. The carbs were removed, disassembled and cleaned. It did not fix the problem. I want to...
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    Castrol 0w-30 in Mazda6 3.0L

    I have several quarts of the "green" Castrol 0w-30 left over from a several years ago. Nobody's car in my family takes 30-weight anymore, so I'm pondering about using it in my Mazda, which requires 5w-20. The few discussions I read about oil weights have led me to believe that it's ok to use...
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    CBR Valve Adjustment

    I own a 2004 CBR 1000RR. Honda recommends I adjust the valves every 16,000 miles. I'd like to know if it's a job I should do myself. I've done a fair amount of work on cars, and also on this bike. I will have no problem removing the fairings, gas tank, the airbox, and radiator to get to the...
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    Reviving A Frozen 1999 Lincoln Towncar

    A friend of mine needs some help bringing a '99 Lincoln Towncar back to life. It has been sitting in his driveway for about 9 months untouched. We tried starting it with a new battery today, but she would not fire up. Since it's so cold here right now, we are going to wait few more days before...
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    Loctite on Flywheel Bolts

    When installing a new flywheel, is it recommended to use a product such as Loctite to secure the flywheel bolts? What is a safe amount of curing time?
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    Caliper Grease On Piston?

    One of my calipers has been dragging lately. I am going to take it off the bracket, clean out any debris, and lubricate the slide pins. I was wondering about the caliper piston though. Should any grease be applied around that area? Should I apply some underneath the dust boot to lubricate the...
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